The top attractions in Edinburgh

The spectacular Edinburgh Castle dominates the city from the top of a large, volcanic rock. The silhouette of this medieval fortress against the blue sky or overcast by violet clouds is unforgettable. It is, without a doubt, the

I'm a lover of cities with a medieval spirit, with their castles and their cobblestone streets, but also Edinburgh is surrounded with this 18th and 19th century atmosphere, which makes it all the more special.
Also, there's nothing

It is certainly one of the most beautiful experiences you can have when visiting Edinburgh. I recommend that you go up to the Calton Hill Gardens in the evening to see the whole city iluminated, with a close up of Princess Street and

Edinburgh, in Scotland, is a place that inspires confidence, enhances your desire to walk no matter what time of day it is and feeds your hunger to keep discovering new places in the world that you weren´t previously familiar with

Next to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, covering a land of 260 hectares, with a rocky hill 225 meters high, you will find the place called Arthur´s seat or Arthur´s chair. It is an extinct volcano from 350 million years ago. Holyrood's

St Giles Cathedral is the former royal cathedral of Edinbourgh city in Scotland. It used to be used by the kings of the castle, which is only 500 meters from the cathedral. Also called High Kirk of Edinburgh. It is no longer a

Princess Street is the biggest and most lively street in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh. It's the most commercial, too, with all the big name brands, and it's the separation between Old Town, the old neighborhood with the castle

The National Museum of Scotland is adjacent to the National Museum of Scotland. It's a very impressive and diverse museum with collections ranging from fauna and flora, life-size animals, British and international wildlife (with the

The castle is beautiful with its abbey and its grounds. It offers complete tranquility. You must not miss Hollyroad Hill Park, which is just next to the castle and offers spectacular views of the city of Edinburgh. There is a lake

It often happens that when I mention the beach in Edinburgh many people doubt what I'm saying, but it does exist in this city, being part of the coast of the Firth of Forth, in the Portobello district, one of my favorite places in

The Scottish botanical garden consists of 10 greenhouses, varied and contrasting, which showcase the diversity of the planet's warmer climates. When I visited, they were partially closed to decorate for Chinese New Year, but generally

I liked the city with its gardens, old buildings and the top part with the castle is very impressive. I'll give you guys only one photo of the monument of Sir Walter Scott, a spectacular Gothic construction erected in memory of one of

Without a doubt, the nicest area to have lunch or dinner (always early) in Edinburgh. Just a few steps away from the Royal Mile, the medieval houses in the square have restaurants and pubs that are always crowded. Also, you can see

Passing the intersection of Victoria Street and the George V Bridge, is a curious statue of a little dog. After a bit of research, we learned that this is the Edinburgh icon of Greyfriars Bobby, a Skye terrior with faithfully watched

Many tourists come to Edinburgh to stay at the castle, to browse the shops, and to share an ale or a beer at night with the people in the city. Mather's is in the lively West End, in the west of Edinburgh, behind the castle. It is a

Charlotte Square is in Edinburgh, behind the castle and near the commercial Princes Street. It was built in the eighteenth century as part of an expansion of the city as it was at the back of the castle and the area was not developed

Edinburgh Airport is a fairly small airport, but receives a lot of traffic for the entire region of Scotland. The procedures are very fast due to its size and is very convenient if you want to have a round tour, it is a one-hour

This zoo is famous for 3 things: 1st, they have the only koala in the United Kingdom, 2nd by the number of penguins that they have, and 3rd by the foundation Budongo. For me, the best by far is the location because this zoo is a

Waverley Station is the main railway station in Edinburgh, the Scottish capital. It's in the city center, between the old town and the new town, and occupies 100,000 square meters, which makes it the 2nd largest station in the UK

The Rock and Heath garden is in the Botanic Garden, Edinburgh. It's one of the oldest British royal gardens and is cared for by the Royal Horticultural Society. The Rock and Heath is where over 5000 plants grow from high mountain

This architectural complex built on the edge of the medieval city of Edinburgh dates back to 1128, when the Holyrood Abbey was ordered to be built by King David I of Scotland. In 1529 the Holyroodhouse Palace was built for use as a

The largest festival in the world is the Edinburgh Festival (with 2,000+ events). It started in 1947 (to revitalize the city post World War II) and today is the soul of the city, which in itself is attractive. It consists of 12

Every Christmas in Edinburgh, there is an exhibition in Prince St where there are three main attractions. A fair, in the center, for children and adults and two traditional markets. The first is a traditional market of the Highlands,

The tourist office of Edinburgh and the Lothians sits on Prince Street, one of the busiest streets in the Scottish capital. Besides a large hotel, there is an airy plaza where you have a beautiful view of the castle and the North

Craigmillar is the third castle of Edinburgh. It's the furthest south and a mile walk from the famous castle in the capital of Scotland. Because of its location (away from the tourist routes) and history, it is typically completely

I came to Edinburgh from London by train and the first thing I saw when leaving Waverley Station was the silhouette of the dark and imposing medieval Old Town. The image was so spectacular, all I could say was "wow." Separated only by

I have a special adoration for Scotland and the thousands of places there that I love. To start, the idyllic East Neuk is a region of traditional fishing villages that belong to the evocative "Ancient Kingdom of Fife." It's near

The bus tour of Edinburgh is, as like most large cities, a double-decker bus tour. The price is 9 pounds (you can use public transport without limit for 3 pounds, but you have to know which bus goes where and when) and ensures you

The National Gallery of Scotland is situated only five minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle at the center of Princes Street Garden. This museum was opened in the mid-nineteenth century and boasts European paintings from the fifteenth

North Bridge links the medieval part of Edinburgh with the new part of the Scottish capital. It was built in 1772 and extended a century later, before being completely rebuilt in 1877. From the North Bridge you have a very nice view

The best things to do in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the perfect destination for a few days away. The beautiful city will captivate you, and you'll find an overwhelming amount of stuff to do in Edinburgh.

Old Town, the original medieval city, is one of the main areas along with the more modern New Town. The city was divided because of overpopulation of the old area and during the Age of Enlightenment a new, more organized and spacious district was built. If you're interested in history and wondering what to do in Edinburgh, it's good to start in Old Town. The ancient city, crowned by the castle, is one of the more interesting places to visit in Edinburgh. If you walk from the castle down the Royal Mile, the main street of the area and another of the top Edinburgh attractions, you'll feel like you've been transported to another era. The stone buildings with wooden arcades are unique and beautiful.

Along the way you'll find the Sant Giles Cathedral and Surgeon's Hall, which are interesting things to see in Edinburgh. At the end of the journey you'll come back to the 21st century with the modern Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace at the foot of Arthur Seat's. Arthur's Seat is a hill that deserves a visit. Climbing it may be one of the more daunting Edinburgh activities, but the views across the city are breathtaking. From above you can see the entire panorama of the city and from there finalise your plans for things to do in Edinburgh.

A more relaxing option for visiting Edinburgh may include wandering the grounds of the Princess Garden, walking the streets of the New Town, climbing Calton Hill, or doing some shopping in Princess Street. Visiting some of the museums in Edinburgh can also be a good choice, and at The Mound, a small hill in the center of the city, are the two main galleries in Edinburgh. But of course one of the attractions in Edinburgh is its pubs. The city is full of places where you can enjoy a pint and good music at the end of the day. There is no better way to end a day of sightseeing.